Catskill Brussels Sprouts Heirloom Vegetable Seedsbrassica oleraceaListing is for 1 packet of approximately 100 seeds The Catskill Brussels sprout, introduced in 1941 by Arthur White, produces numerous large, 2-inch round, medium-green sprouts with strong, 24-inch tall stalks for easy picking. This heirloom variety, known for its delicious flavor, is ideal for fresh eating or freezing and thrives best in the fall when cold weather enhances its taste. Highly productive and compact, Catskill sprouts are perfect for Southern gardeners when started indoors in mid-late summer and transplanted in early fall, and for Northern growers when started in early spring. They require full sun and well-drained, fertile soil enriched with compost. I recommend to start seeds in 72 cell seed trays or 4 inch pots, but they also do well if direct sown once monthly average high temperatures don't exceed 80F. Seedlings are transplanted into the garden once the root system fills the whole cell or pot. At planting time, I add a nice handful of blood meal in each planting hole, which is organic and high in nitrogen. The resulting leaves are lush and deep in color. I also sprinkle some organic granular fertilizer about 1 month later after being transplanted to give them a boost to grow large heads. I have not experienced much pest issues if grown during the correct time of year which is fall thru spring. Sometimes I get cabbage worms which will munch on the leaves. I use BT or Spinosad to treat for the worms. If I grow these closer to late spring, I get some aphid issues. I have found that if I plant kale and nasturtiums all over my garden, the aphids will feast on them instead. Therefore, I use kale and nasturtiums as a trap crops. I have a Trap Crop seed collection if you want to grow more of the trap crops that I recommend and use in my garden. Follow me on social media because I post a lot of information on how to grow the very same seeds available in my shop. Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok: jerrasgarden. PLANTINGGermination: 3-10 days Seed Sowing Depth: 1/4” deep, barely press the seeds into the surface of the soil Sowing: Can direct sow when average max temperatures are no more than 80F (visit www.plantmaps.com to find a chart on average max and low temperatures per month for your area). Or start in 72 cell seed trays or 4 inch pots 8 to 12 weeks before your first frost date. Typically grown in fall, winter, and spring. Days to maturity: 90-110 days
